Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
A Windows component shipped with Audinate's Dante Application Library can be tricked into loading a malicious DLL. That can let an attacker run code through a legitimate executable and compromise the system. Because CISA lists CVE-2022-23748 in KEV, treat affected installations as urgent.
Executive priority
High priority. KEV status means confirmed exploitation is recognized by CISA, and the impact can be full system compromise. Remediate affected Windows installations promptly, especially in operational AV environments where compromise could disrupt production or events.
Technical view
CVE-2022-23748 is DLL side-loading in mDNSResponder.exe, mapped to CWE-114. It is local, low complexity, needs no privileges, but requires user interaction. CVSS 3.1 is 7.8 with high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact. Affected versions are Audinate Dante Application Library for Windows through 1.2.0.
Likely exposure
Exposure is likely where Windows systems run Audinate Dante Application Library version 1.2.0 or earlier. Focus on audio production, broadcast, conferencing, and AV environments using Dante-related software.
Exploitation context
Active exploitation is supported by CISA KEV listing for CVE-2022-23748. The provided sources do not include exploit details, scale, or specific attacker campaigns, so those points should not be assumed.
Researcher notes
Evidence is strongest for affected product, version range, CVSS, CWE, and KEV status. The source bundle does not provide exploit mechanics, affected DLL names, indicators, or a specific fixed version, so validation should stay product- and behavior-focused.
Mitigation direction
- Identify Audinate Dante Application Library for Windows installations at version 1.2.0 or earlier.
- Follow Audinate guidance for fixed versions, updates, or removal options.
- Prioritize remediation for systems with user workstations or AV production access.
- Apply endpoint controls that restrict untrusted DLL placement and execution.
- Monitor CISA KEV requirements for organization-specific remediation deadlines.
Validation and detection
- Inventory Windows endpoints for Audinate Dante Application Library installations and versions.
- Confirm whether mDNSResponder.exe is present from the affected application package.
- Review endpoint detections for suspicious DLL loads near mDNSResponder.exe execution.
- Check software management records for updates beyond the affected version range.
- Document exceptions where vendor guidance is pending or unavailable.
Public sources used
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- High
- CVSS
- 7.8 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- Yes
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CISA KEV status
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CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H1.85.9Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
7.8HighVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://cpr-zero.checkpoint.com/vulns/cprid-2193/%2CCVE reference
- https://www.audinate.com/learning/faqs/audinate-response-to-dante-discovery-mdnsresponder-exe-security-issue-cve-2022-23748CVE reference
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2022-23748CVE reference · government-resource
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CWE details
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